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ACTi’s latest Zoom Bullet, B41, is brilliantly designed for installation in various applications such as building entrances, loading docks, warehouses, production lines, or parking lots. For one example, it can be installed in a warehouse to monitor employees’ working conditions, compliance, or product movements during both day and night. With its 5-Megapixel resolution, one can capture video evidence clearly without losing picture details when zooming in, ensuring the highest qualit...

Videx Security’s Portal Plus networkable access control system is one of the most attractive and versatile systems of its kind currently available. It is designed for use in buildings with multiple entrances and is expandable to provide control over an unlimited number of doors with the ability to support up to 15000 users. Many establishments are recognising the advantages of the Portal Plus networkable access control system as offering many advantages over securing entrances by lock and...

Safe Cities Asia is attended by over 300 senior security professionals WBR are delighted to announce Asia's leading and most senior event focused on helping city governments, agencies, and key municipal leaders address global public security and safety challenges, taking place on 27th – 30th May 2014 in Singapore. The Safe Cities Asia conference and exhibition brings together first responders, city authorities, central government departments and the private sector who a...

Hochiki will display its FIREscape Emergency Lighting range, which features self-contained LED luminaires and signage Hochiki Europe will demonstrate the features and benefits of its cutting edge fire detection and emergency lighting solutions at this year’s Health & Safety event, taking place at The National Exhibition Centre (NEC) Birmingham between 11 -13 March 2014. The 3-day event encompasses the very best of the UK health & safety industry. Visitors can se...

In the event of a fire, evacuation of the area or building concerned is always the top priority. Therefore, there is a strong need to link fire alarm and public address systems with a reliable and bi-directional connection. The latest version of the Modular Fire Panel 5000 Series from Bosch fulfils this requirement in a customer–friendly way. The fire alarm panel is now equipped with an IP-communication interface to the public address and voice evacuation system, Praesideo, ensuring a flex...

Samsung Techwin’s Advanced Replacement service commits to provide customers with post-sales support The introduction by the professional security division of Samsung Techwin of an Advanced Replacement service underscores a commitment to provide customers with the highest possible levels of post-sales support. “Our video surveillance products have proven to be highly reliable but we know that when there is a problem how frustrating it can be for installers and user...

Hikvision’s products can now be managed directly from the AppVision PSIM video wall and video matrix Hikvision and French security software developer Prysm recently announced the integration of all Hikvision products within the Prysm AppVision Physical Security Integration Manager. This combination allows Hikvision’s products to be managed directly from the AppVision PSIM video wall and video matrix, for integrated security and building automation projects arou...

Silent Knight by Honeywell recently released the SK-F485C Wire to Fibre Converter, designed to allow new and existing Silent Knight systems to significantly increase wire runs between fire alarm control panels and power supplies, while providing a major boost in surge protection. Being the first wire to fibre converter to be UL listed for a non-proprietary line of fire alarm systems and sold over-the-counter at Security Equipment Wholesalers nationwide, allows Silent Knight to offer the ideal so...

BSIA members will play an integral role in delivering solutions at the Commonwealth Games Security arrangements for the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games have taken a major step forward, as the event’s organising committee announced a list of 19 security suppliers who have been invited to tender for a range of Games-specific security contracts. Among the 19 companies invited to tender are eight members of the British Security Industry Association (BSIA), whose proven trac...

CCTV.co.uk is convinced that installation and maintenance of security cameras is an investment that will pay for itself The installation of CCTV cameras should be mandatory in all new domestic and commercial premises, says a leading British security company. Just like pro-active care initiatives in the NHS – deterring crime before it happens will lead to huge savings for the Police long-term. Fitting CCTV in homes and businesses as standard will virtually pay for itself...

The courses will cover network penetration testing, forensic investigations and intrusion detection SANS’ European expansion continues with a return to Belgium in February 2014. SANS Brussels presents four essential security training courses covering network penetration testing, forensic investigations, intrusion detection and security essentials including the recently enhanced SEC503: Intrusion Detection In-Depth. SANS Brussels 2014 runs from Monday 17th till Satur...

The workshop aims to provide business owners with the knowledge to expand in challenging times In an increasingly international marketplace and against a continued backdrop of economic austerity, how can exporting help Scottish businesses to grow? That’s the question being addressed at a free exporting workshop entitled Wise Up To Exporting, which is taking place at Murrayfield Stadium on Tuesday, 26th November. Aimed at helping businesses take their first steps towards...

BSIA’s Conference saw over 22 exhibitors showcasing a wide range of security products and services Delegates from all business backgrounds based in the South East of England enjoyed a successful and informative half-day conference and exhibition last week, hosted by the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) at Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club on 30th October 2013. The South East Business Crime Conference saw over 130 delegates in attendance, with 22 exh...

ABUS Security-Center’s ULTIVEST alarm system can include up to 102 wireless zones with a wide variety of detectors The new ULTIVEST wireless alarm system is designed for those who want to protect their homes and are not prepared to make concessions when it comes to quality, function, operation and design. This is borne out by it having been honoured in the “Special Mention” category of the German Design Awards 2014. The jury thus acknowledged a product whose...

Representatives and delegations from the world’s leading security enterprises visited CPSE 2013 At CPSE, major Chinese and global security products manufacturers, including Panasonic, Huawei, Bosch, Honeywell, Samsung, Sanyo, Sony and Siemens presented their innovations, find reliable partners and achieve critical goals. The newest products from around the world will be on display, running the entire gauntlet from video surveillance, access control, anti-intrusion and al...

Winners were commended for their achievements by a highly respected Judging Panel With close to 1,000 attendees, the highly coveted Security Excellence Awards, organised by UBM Live, took place during a Black Tie gala ceremony at London’s prestigious Hilton Hotel, Park Lane on 23rd October 2013. Produced in association with IFSEC Global.com, the Security Excellence Awards highlight the very best people, projects and processes the UK’s security industry has to...

Peter will be responsible for managing and building relationships with fire systems integration partners System Sensor Europe, part of Honeywell Life Safety, has appointed Peter Mita to the position of Business Manager, responsible for managing and building relationships with fire systems integration partners. System Sensor is the world’s largest manufacturer of intelligent and conventional fire detection devices. Products in the portfolio include the recently launched F...

The partnership will expand G4S’s existing product offering G4S Technology UK, a leading provider of building security solutions, announces that they are a Value Added Reseller (VAR) of Pacom Systems Products. Pacom Systems is a global leader in integrated security solutions that communicate over a customer's existing IP network intrinsically within the financial and remote managed services markets. Pioneering this technology for more than 25 years, Pacom solutions...

ARAS & RBH Security Group Ltd is the latest access control specialist to integrate with ASSA ABLOY Access Control’s Aperio wireless locking solutions using innovative hub technology to deliver total building security. ASSA ABLOY’s Aperio is designed to upgrade mechanically locked doors and wirelessly connect them online and offline to new or existing access control systems, with minimal modification to doors and premises, offering a cost effective and simple security upgrade. A...

Ingersoll Rand’s seminar attracted guests including hotel developers and professional hotel designers The Hospitality Security Status & Solutions Seminar held in Beijing last month was organised by Ingersoll Rand alongside co-organiser, a magazine named, Hotel Modernization. The conference attracted guests including hotel developers, leaders of hotel management companies, professional hotel designers, the media and representatives from UL Inc. During the conference...

Netgenium has integrated Aperio L100 and PINPad wireless locks with its PolicyServer Network Solution Netgenium Systems has become the first access control specialist to integrate with ASSA ABLOY Access Control’s Aperio locking solutions using latest IP hub technology to directly connect and deliver a complete building security system. ASSA ABLOY’s Aperio is designed to upgrade mechanically locked doors and wirelessly connect them online or offline to new or exist...

Rick White, vice president at Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies is a featured lecturer at the conference Attendees at the Building Owners and Manufacturers Association’s (BOMA) Every Building Conference and Expo taking place at the San Diego Conference Center June 23-25 will gain insight in wireless and mobile technology and platforms. Rick White, vice president and products business leader of electronics at Ingersoll Rand Security Technologies is a featured lecturer...

Delta Scientific, the leading manufacturer of counter-terrorist vehicle control systems used in the United States and internationally, recently announced that taller trucks, especially those found in Europe and the Middle East, will not be able to tumble over anti-terrorist, crash-proof bollards. In a full scale crash test, the new Delta Scientific DSC720 1M bollards, which raise and lower in seconds, passed an independent lab test following ASTM test criteria for an M50 level test. Tested as a...

IMS Research forecasts that global market for building analytics used in intelligent buildings will be worth nearly $50 million in 2016 A new report by IMS Research—now part of IHS Inc. forecasts that the markets for building analytics used in the Middle East and U.S. will both see triple-digit growth over the next five years. IMS Research forecasts the global market for building analytics used in intelligent buildings will be worth nearly $50 million in 2016. Major dri...

Genetec™, a pioneer in the physical security industry and a leading provider of world-class unified IP security solutions, recently announced the general availability of the Synergis Master Controller (SMC), an intelligent IP door controller designed to secure any organization’s facilities and buildings. Addressing longstanding customer demand for non-proprietary access control solutions, the SMC is a controller that allows users to modernize their security operations, migrate to an...

Honeywell recently released an application programming interface (API) for its widely used WIN-PAK® integrated security platform that allows users to better integrate their access control security system with other building management and administrative systems. The WIN-PAK PE API works as the interface between Honeywell’s WIN-PAK PE 3.0 and WIN-PAK SE 3.0 solutions and the client’s third party system making it the ideal solution for customers who require a single point of entry...

SAFETY Act encourages the development and deployment of anti-terrorism technologies G4S Technology LLC (formerly Adesta) a systems integrator and project management company for communication networks and electronic security systems, announced that their physical and electronic security solutions were again “Designated” and “Certified” as Qualified Anti-Terrorism Technology “QATT” by the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS...

The PSIA has released seven systems specifications built with broad industry support Leading access control, intrusion detection, managed service providers, physical security information management (PSIM), video, and video storage vendors demonstrated the "plug and play" interoperability of their Physical Security Interoperability Alliance (PSIA)-compliant systems today during a series of demonstrations at ASIS 2012. The demonstrations showcased the utility of PSIA's newest s...

John Tidwell brings a wealth of knowledge of CCTV systems after having been with Mayflex for 10 years Ecl-ips, a leading provider of IP based security and monitoring systems has appointed John Twidell as its new Business Development Director following a strong 2011 that included 28% year on year growth. Twidell joins the company following over 10 years with distributor Mayflex and brings a wealth of knowledge around CCTV systems, internet enabled monitoring systems and underl...

Videx Security's GSM access control systems now have a capacity for up to 1000 apartments, or are suitable for just a single property. They are now available in both the popular 4000 Series and vandal resistant versions in standard and digital keypad/LCD display formats. They provide users with complete freedom of control and are a truly wireless access control solution. They use mobile phone technology to communicate with and operate doors or automatic gates.  Both GSM kits and systems ar...